
That's right. I am back from Naw'lins. And even though most of the shops I wanted to check out were closed for Labor Day (I forgive you), I was still able to enjoy myself absolutely and completely while breathing in that post-Katrina air. New Orleans is where I consider most of my growing up took place (eh hem, college) and I love it for its food, music, sweet boutiques, and gorgeous architecture.
[sorry, no real fashion photos here. just good food, bugs, and cool places to check out.]
Day 1:





Shrimp & Sausage Cheesecake appetizer

Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
[goat cheese, basil & pine nut stuffing, sweet potato mash, haricots verts, & warm balsamic vinagrette]
[goat cheese, basil & pine nut stuffing, sweet potato mash, haricots verts, & warm balsamic vinagrette]

Gulf Fish Bouillabaisse
[crab, mussels, shrimp, seafood broth, & rouille]
[crab, mussels, shrimp, seafood broth, & rouille]

Sampled the absinthe at Russian-themed bar, Pravda

Creepy wall decor

Pranced around Frenchmen St.

More creepy decor, this time, on the sidewalk.
Day 2:

A little bit of humor on our way to lunch.

For delicious local fare, this mother & son-run establishment is definitely worth a stop. Make sure you try the white beans & rice. I ate mine so quickly, I forgot to take a photo.

Oyster po-boy

Red beans & rice with sausage

We decided to be tourists this go around and got the Audubon Experience Package for a mere $32.95. First up, a hot day at Audubon Zoo, one of the Top 10 zoos in America.

This just teaches you that the swamp is a scary place.








Night time entertainment courtesy of the Blue Nile.
Day 3:







[catfish at Aquarium of the Americas]


Day 4:

[view from inside Hotel Le Cirque]


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